There's a lot of cotton news to unpack as the new year begins. Join Jim and Beck as they examine the 2024 Cotton Grower cotton acreage survey results, introduce the 2023 Cotton Grower Cotton Achievement Award recipient, and report on new cotton varieties and other news from the Beltwide Cotton Conferences.

Dr. Darren Hudson of Texas Tech University joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion including predictions for cotton in 2024, opportunities that may be available for growers, an update on the farm bill, and more.

Cotton industry veteran Bill Robertson joins the podcast for a wide-ranging (and never boring) discussion on, among other things, the importance of good soil health, cotton production, life on his own farm, and how selling bulls and evaluating cotton varieties are more similar than you might think. 

What's behind the recent slide in cotton prices - especially as harvest is wrapping up? Texas A&M Cotton Economist Dr. John Robinson joins the podcast to share his perspective on why, what it means, and what may be ahead moving into 2024.

The Soil Health Institute's Jessica Kelton joins the podcast to discuss the Institute's research and outreach programs and the value they offer to cotton growers and their farms.

Robbie Minnich, Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton Council, joins the podcast to discuss the recent actions and turmoil in Congress and how they may impact passage of a new farm bill.

Georgia Extension Cotton Specialist Camp Hand joins the podcast to talk about the status of cotton production in the state and how it's fared this season through excessive heat, a hurricane, and ongoing issues with a four-legged pest.

No usual August doldrums this season. Lower production estimates, range-bound prices, reduced demand, and record-setting heat combined to make August a crazy and confusing time for cotton. Dr. O.A. Cleveland joins the podcast to explain what's going on and how to navigate what may lie ahead.